Collection

Use this site to explore the wealth of archival and manuscript collections housed in public,
private, and university repositories across Rhode Island. Browse by holding repository, date,
subject, etc. or begin a search above. Discover what historical materials are available for
research throughout the state.

What can I expect to find?

The finding aids, descriptive inventories, and collection notes available on this site provide
access to archival and manuscript collections documenting the history of Rhode Island and many
other subjects. These materials may range in size from a single hand-written letter to hundreds
of boxes of records and can include photographs, original manuscripts, personal papers, and more.
Contact the holding repository directly about visiting the collections.

What is RIAMCO?

Rhode Island Archival and Manuscript Collections Online (RIAMCO) is a gateway to the archival and
manuscript collections in Rhode Island. The collections on this site document Rhode Island’s history
from its origin as a colony of religious dissidents. RIAMCO is directed by an Executive Committee
with representatives from each of the consortium members.